Langtang valley and Yala Peak lie in the northern part of Kathmandu and southern part of Tibetan border. Where we can explore both Lantang valley and Yala Peak in short period of trekking. Lantang is a beautiful valley, which is surrounded by high peaks and from Lantang we can observe the breathtaking scenery. One of the British mountaineer Bill Tilman explained it as a most beautiful valley in the world. In this valley people are taking interest for trekking to visit the glacier of the low elevation. On the way, we have to passes through dense forests, terraces, green hills and we can also see pasture land. The main ethnics groups of this region are Tamang, Tibetan Lama and Sherpa also. Tamang people have somehow same culture, language and dress of like Tibetan Lama. They have their own culture and tradition, which may be different and interesting for you.
After crossing the beautiful Langtang valley our trail goes towards Yala Peak, which is one of the easier trekking peak of the Nepal and popular trekking peaks of Langtang region. For climbing this peak you didn’t need to have mountaineering experience. We can see different types of vegetation like flora and fauna, pine, spruce, Juniper, alpine etc on the way. In Kyanjin Gompa (way to Yala peak) we can visit Monastery and Cheese making factory. From the base camp of Yala Peak we can see the fascinating view of Naya Kang, Tserko RI, Ganchepo, Yala peak and from the summit of Yala Peak we can see the beautiful view of Dorje Lakpa, Shisapang, Naya kang, Ganchenpo, Tserko RI, Langtang Lirungand many other Tibetan Mountains.
So, the Langtang valley trek and Yala peak climbing is the most interesting trip, where you can explore the beautiful Lantang valley and Yala peak and see the fascinating Mountain View of Nepal and as well as Tibet also. You can also explore the Tibetan culture, tradition, language and dress.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 01 Arrival in Kathmandu
You will be met at the airport and transferred to the hotel, Yala Peak climbing briefing with officially arrangements, overnight at Kathmandu hotel.
Day 02 Sightseeing in Kathmandu
Full day sightseeing in Kathmandu includes Hindu temple Pashupatinath (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), Monkey temple the Swoyambhunath, Kathmandu Durbar Sauare and also visit Patan)
Day 03 Drive, Kathmandu / Syabru Besi
Drive from Kathmandu, which takes about 7 hrs. On the way we have to passes through Tirsuli River and from the bank of river we can see the fascinating view of Himal, Mt.Manaslu, terraces and beautiful green hills. Syabru Besi is a cool place, overnight in Syabru Besi.
Day 04 Syabru Bensi / Lama Hotel (2480m)
Today we have to trek from Syabru Besi to Lama Hotel. The trail goes through the landslide area. We have to passes through Tibetan refugee camp, Bamboo and Rimche. If we are lucky may be we can also see Red Pandas, Monkeys and Bears on the way.
Day 05 Lama Hotel / Ghora Tabela
The trail goes through forest of oaks, rhododendron, and hemlock towards Ghora tabela. The literal meaning of Ghora tabela means Horse stable. In Ghora tabela we can see the army camp also, overnight in Ghora tabela.
Day 06 Ghora Tabela/ Langtang Valley
Today our trail goes from Ghora tabela to Langtang valley. The beautiful Langtang valley is surrounded by mountains. From the Langtang valley we can see the panoramic view of near Mountain and you can also explore the culture of the people. We can also see wood houses and yak grazing pastures in Langtang. The houses are of Tibetan style, which is surrounded by stonewalls enclosing fields where buckwheat, potatoes, wheat, turnips and barley are planted.
Day 07 Langtang valley / Kyangjin Gompa (3900m)
It takes about 4 hrs from Langtang valley to Kyangjin.The walking way is very interesting and on the way you can see the panoramic view of Kyangjin Ri, Tserjo Ri, Ganga, Langshisa- Ri, Naya Kang etc.
Day 08 Acclimatization day in Kyangjing Gompa
Today is the rest day in Kyangjing Gompa. Early morning hiking in the Kyanjin - Ri (4773m) which may be interesting for you. After having lunch we can visit the Buddhist Monastery and Cheese factory.
Day 09 Kyangjin Gompa / Yala Base Camp (5033 m.) /Camping
It takes about 6 hrs to reach Yala Base Camp from Kyangjin Gompa. From the Base camp we can see the view of mountains like Naya kang, Tserko RI, Yala Peak Ganchempo etc.
Day 10 Summit (5500m) and back to Kyangjin Gompa
Today we trek to the summit of Yala Peak and from the Summit of Yala Peak we can see the fascinating view of Dorje Lakpa, Naya kang, Tserko - Ri, Shisapang, Ganchenpo, Langtang Lirung and many other Tibetan mountains also.
Day 11 Kyangjin Gompa / Ghora Tabela (3050m)
Today our trail goes from Kyangjin Gompa back to Ghora tabela.
Day 12 Ghora Tabela / Syabru Besi
Today is the last day of our trekking and our trail ends in the Syabru Besi. On the way we can see fascinating view of Mountains and green hills and we have to passes through Lama and Sherpa village, overnight in Syabru Besi.
Day 13 Syabru Besi / Kathmandu
Today we drive back to Kathmandu and it takes about 7 hours.
Day 14 Free day
walking tour around Kathmandu/followed by farewell dinner Today is the free day for you and you can have shopping this day. In the evening there will be farewell dinner with cultural show.
Day 15 Departure from Kathmandu
Today is the final departure date from Kathmandu towards your own country with superb memories of trekking in Nepal. Today is the free day for you and you can have shopping this day. In the evening there will be farewell dinner with cultural show.
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